Richard Crossman
Former Leader of the House of Commons of United Kingdom
Richard Crossman (1907-74) was a leader in the British Labour Party, serving in the Cabinet from 1964 until 1970. David C. Engerman is assistant professor of history at Brandeis University. Google Books
Born: December 15, 1907, Cropredy, United Kingdom
Died: April 5, 1974 (age 66 years), Banbury, United Kingdom
Spouse: Anne McDougall (m. 1954–1974), Inezita Baker (m. 1937–1952), and Erika Gluck (m. 1932–1934)
Previous offices: Secretary of State for Health and Social Services (1968–1970), Leader of the House of Commons of United Kingdom (1966–1968), Lord President of the Council of the United Kingdom (1966–1968), and more
Party: Labour Party
Education: Winchester College and New College
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